Machining / Assembly Engineering Manager

Job Title: Engineering Manager

Company: Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee Inc.

Department: Machining/Assembly

Location: Clinton, TN

Position Summary

The Machining Engineering Manager leads engineering initiatives within a die casting manufacturing environment, ensuring efficiency, quality, and innovation. This role requires expertise in project planning, process design, and process control, with a strong background in Japanese automotive manufacturing standards. The ideal candidate must be willing to travel internationally for 1-2 weeks as needed to collaborate with global teams and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and development of Machining and Assembly projects.
• Ability to develop annual and semi-annual action plans that correspond with the company initiatives.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce defects and reduce carbon footprints.
• Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry, company standards, and safety regulations.
• Manage engineering projects, budgets, and timelines.
• Train and mentor engineering staff on best practices in machining/assembly.
• Work with suppliers and vendors to source materials and equipment.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Submits proposals to management for consideration and allocation of funds from the department budget.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises members in the Production Engineering Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.